🚂
Trains in Tamil Nadu — Complete Route Guide 2026
Tamil Nadu has one of South India's most extensive railway networks with Chennai as the hub. Southern Railway connects Chennai to Coimbatore, Madurai, Tiruchirapalli, Salem, Vellore, and hundreds of smaller towns.
Check PNR or Live Train Status in Tamil Nadu
Track your train ticket status or see live running status for any Tamil Nadu train — free, no login needed.
Check PNR Status → Live Train Status →Major Railway Stations in Tamil Nadu
Popular Train Routes from Tamil Nadu
Frequently Asked Questions — Trains in Tamil Nadu
Which is the fastest train from Chennai to Coimbatore?
The Shatabdi Express (12075/12076) and Intercity Express are among the fastest options. The Shatabdi covers the 491 km journey in about 6 hours. Kovai Express (12675) is another popular daily train.
How many trains run from Chennai Central daily?
Chennai Central handles over 100 trains daily as one of the biggest railway stations in South India. It is the terminus for Central Railway trains going to Coimbatore, Madurai, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi and more.
Plan Your Tamil Nadu Train Journey
Use the tools below to plan and track your train journey in Tamil Nadu:
- Check PNR status — see current WL/RAC/CNF status for your ticket
- Live train running status — see delay and current location
- Check seat availability — see available seats before booking
- WhatsApp PNR alerts — get free alerts when your ticket confirms
- Route search — find all trains between two cities